Real Life Fit's Best of 2013:
Kate's Picks and Recommendations for you in the year to come!
2014 is mere hours away, and before 2013 slips out the back door I wanted to share all the amazing 'finds' I made this year with you. Below is a collection of links to smart people who have influenced the way I think and train both myself and clients, products that have enhanced my fitness and that of my clients, races and other fun events that shouldn't be missed (if it can be at all avoided!), the songs I've loved the most, and research/data and other helpful information that has guided my education and philosophies on fitness and living a healthier life.
2013 was a defining year for me as a fitness professional. There are a million directions in which a fitness pro can be pulled, and it's easy to get caught up in trying to please everyone. So it's important for fitness pros to know what they're about--what sport they love, what niche they fit into, what kind(s) of training support and match what they love and believe in. What I discovered--well, admitted without apologizing, really--is that functional movement and moreover high quality of functional movement is paramount to all areas of fitness. Moving well is the foundation on which you build strength, power, and performance. Here are some of the people who influenced my development into a functional fitness devotee, and whether you're a fitness professional or a fitness aficionado, these people are great resources for you, too.
Eric Cressey
www.ericcressey.com/
"Although prepared in a variety of bodies of knowledge, Cressey specializes in applied kinesiology and biomechanics as they relate to program design and corrective exercise; maximal relative strength development; and athletic performance enhancement. Feel free to contact Eric atec@ericcressey.com."
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Mike Robertson, Robertson Training Systems
Mike Robertson, CSCS, has helped people from all walks of life achieve their strength, physique and performance-related goals. He received his master's degree in sports biomechanics from the world-renowned Human Performance Lab at Ball State University. He is president of Robertson Training Systems and co-owner of Indianapolis Fitness and Sports Training, named one of "America's Top 10 Gyms" by Men's Health in 2009 and 2010.
He can be contacted at mike@robertsontrainingsystems.com.
robertsontrainingsystems.com/Mike Reinold
http://www.mikereinold.com/
"Hi. I’m Mike Reinold.
I help people feel better, move better, and perform better.
Welcome to my home on the web, where I share with you my research, experience, and thoughts behind how I integrate rehabilitation, fitness, performance, and sports medicine. I want to help you or your clients feel better, move better, and perform better.
My goal is simple – share what I have I learned over the years and what I am currently learning today. I believe we should always be pushing ourselves to grow and become better."
This past year was also a year where the power of positive thinking became an essential part of my personal and professional practice. Here are a few people who continue to put the positive out there for every person and athlete to benefit from. Good people doing good stuff.
Thrive with Jen Sinkler
"Fitness writer and editor, workout connoisseur, meditator, proponent of spandex, former rugby player; never, ever without lip gloss."
www.jensinkler.com/
Nerd Fitness: Helping You Lose Weight, Get Stronger, Live Better.
www.nerdfitness.com/
Nerd Fitness: A fitness website for nerds and average Joes (and Janes). Helping you lose weight, get stronger, live better.
Brooke Erickson
Figure Competitor and trainer
https://www.facebook.com/BrookeEricksonbeFIT
brookeericksonfitness@gmail.com
And a program I swear by! I had great results my first time through it, and I'm continuing to grow stronger halfway through my second round:
The High Performance Handbook
www.highperformancehandbook.
STOP Wasting Your Time With Cookie Cutter Workout Programs. The High Performance Handbook creates a customized workout routine based on you.
I'm also hopelessly in love with interval training. HIIT it is, during KUT classes ( ala Katherine Kaufman of https://www.facebook.com/pages/Coach-Kitty-Fitness) and my own training sessions!
Here's a basic tutorial if you're not super familiar with HIIT:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/
And the 'stuff' I now love and can't live without (well, I'm sure I could if I HAD to....)
A clean, no-frills protein powder
http://mrm-usa.com/
Anti-Chafe - BodyGlide
www.bodyglide.com/products/
The original Anti-Chafe balm™ #1 with athletes and Used by everyone.
Minimalist shoes! (For training, not running--UNLESS it's a Tough Mudder!)
Joe's New Balance Outlet
www.joesnewbalanceoutlet.com/
Shop Joe's New Balance Outlet Store for discounts up to 65% off on New Balance shoes and apparel. Free Shipping on orders over $75.
http://www.newbalance.com/men/
www.newbalance.com/NB-Minimus/
Inspired by barefoot running, New Balance Minimus shoes offer a natural, closer- to-the-ground fit and feel. Available in running shoes, cross-training shoes and ...
Flattering, not flattening sports bra:
Www.handful.com
Great fitting, flattering, high performing gym and running clothes:
Www.Underarmour.com
And Strategy and Workout links, too:
Excuse-Proof Your Workout: Strategies that work!
http://link.brightcove.com/
http://www.acefitness.org/blog/3531/metabolic-training-the-workout/
Got 10 minutes or 30? This one is quick, fun, and it works. It's a personal favorite of mine.
http://greatist.com/fitness/bodyweight-glute-workout
All you need is you, some focus, and your floor.
http://www.acefitness.org/blog/3637/time-saving-workout-ideas-for-busy-clients/
Find a way to fit it in! All kinds of ideas for everyone to get their fitness on.
Plus, three exercises I fell in love with this year:
1. Side Plank with cable row
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| This is the at-home version with tubing |
2. Dumbbell Reverse Lunge to Single-Leg Deadlift (ala Eric Cressey)
3. Rotational Planks: Hold each position for 10 seconds, rotate from side to front to side, repeating for as long as you can with great control and form. Screw the 5 minute plank--this one's where it's at
And the music. Nothing makes a great run, gym session, or class quite like the right songs. Some of my absolute faves from 2013:
Starry Eyed (Russ Chimes Remix), Ellie Goulding
A Light that Never Comes, Linkin Park
Dark Horse, Katy Perry
Safe and Sound, Captial Cities (original and Cash Cash remix)
Lights (Bassnectar remix), Ellie Goulding
Pumpin Blood, NONONO
Applause (Empire of the Sun remix), Lady Gaga
Copy of A, Nine Inch Nails
Bleeding Out, Imagine Dragons
Radioactive, Imagine Dragons
Royals (Jeff Morena's XTC remix), Lorde
Last but not least, I'll leave you with some lyrics from Pumpin Blood to start your 2014 off in a strong and positive direction.
You're a catalyst to your happiness you know
This is your heart, it's alive
It's pumpin' blood
It's your heart, it's alive
It's pumpin' blood
I wish you a fabulous, active, and fulfilling 2014!
Kate
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